Operating Instructions
PP
6.6
If the machine is not used for a longer period of time / disposing of the machine
6.6.1
If the machine is not used for a longer period of time
If the machine will not be used for more than 2 months:
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Park the machine on even ground and in a dry place inside a hall or, if parked outside, on even ground and fully cover
with a dark tarpaulin.
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Thoroughly lubricate all lubrication points. See "Lubrication".
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Replace the engine oil with anti-corrosion oil.
Leave the engine to run for a few minutes to allow the anti-corrosion oil to evenly distribute.
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Check the mixing ratio of the antifreeze and water in the coolant and adjust if necessary.
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Top up the fuel with 10 % of anti-corrosion oil.
Leave the engine to run for a few minutes to allow the internal components of the injection system to be wetted with
anti-corrosion oil.
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Coat the exposed piston rods of the levelling cylinders with anti-corrosion grease such as a Shell anti-corrosion grease.
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Remove the battery, store it in a frost-proof place and regularly recharge. See "Maintaining the battery".
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Fill the fuel tank with diesel up to the brim. See section on "Checking the fuel level".
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Remove the v-belt and store.
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Spray the groves of the v-belt pulleys with anti-corrosion oil.
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Cover the exhaust pipe opening with rigid foil and seal with adhesive tape.
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In areas with high humidity (tropical climates), top up the hydraulic fluid tank up to the brim.
Before taking the machine back into operation:
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Remove the foil and tape from the exhaust pipe.
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Charge and install the battery. See "Maintaining the battery".
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Remove the anti-corrosion oil from the v-belt pulleys.
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Fit the v-belt.
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Adjust the hydraulic fluid level.
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Remove the anti-corrosion oil from the piston rods of the levelling cylinders.
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Replace the anti-corrosion oil with engine oil.
If the machine has not been used for more than 12 months:
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Change the hydraulic fluid.
6.6.2
Disposal
Risk of environmental damage
Failure to professionally dispose of the machine at the end of its life cycle can lead to
environmental damage.
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Maintenance and care
The machine must only be disposed of by a qualified disposal company.
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